We recently asked on social media: ‘What’s something Atlanta has that NYC doesn’t?” And y’all had some wonderful answers. From hilarious jokes to sincere things we love about the city, the ATL has tons of stuff that NYC only WISHES it had!
So no shade, NYC, but step aside for all the things Atlanta has that NYC doesn’t, according to Atlantans!
1. The LOVE
Oh an Grouplove (yes, the band!) said that!
2. Affordable living
Actually, Atlanta just recently ranked as the 2nd best place to to rent in the U.S.!3. Southern Hospitality
4. Better weather
5. Trees & green spaces
We do have some of the very best parks around Atlanta! We’ve also got lavender farms, natural swimming spots, and so many great hikes!
6. Boiled peanuts
7. Lower taxes
8. Mild winters
9. Parking spaces
10. Delicious food
11. Clean air
12. A great quality of life!
13. The Georgia Aquarium
And it’s the only spot in the world where you’re guaranteed to be able to swim with the whale sharks!
14. Chick-Fil-A and Waffle House
15. A Highway
16. No $15 tolls
17. A super efficient airport
The Atlanta airport is a true gem of the city. The clean, fast, and efficient airport is a joy to fly through. Even though it’s the busiest airport in the world, the ATL airport is also the best airport in North America, and it has the best airport restaurant in the country!
18. Lemon pepper extra crispy wet (need we say more?)
19. Sweet tea… the right way!
20 A vibe you can’t get anywhere else
21. Friendlier people
22. Lawns!
23. Streets that aren’t full of rats
24. The Braves
25. The Center for Puppetry Arts
26. The best hot wings
And we’ve got lots of ’em!27. The BeltLine
28. Biscuits, made the right way!
29. Delicious soul food
You can find some of our fav Black-owned spots here!30. SOUL!
31. We hosted the Olympics here!
32. Less of a rush
33. Of course, goooood peaches!
Wanna pick your own? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve got tons of amazing peach-picking farms, perfect for the peach state!